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Voting Systems

Voting Systems

Everything you ever wanted to know about electoral systems but were afraid to ask...




The world of electoral systems can be very confusing, not least because there are so many varieties of system, some of which involve complicated counting procedures.
The Electoral Reform Society believes that the Single Transferable Vote (STV) is the best system available.

Latest News

“This is Westminster calling…”

Published: Monday, December 17th 2007

 A new radio documentary from the Electoral Reform Society is shedding light on the obstacles facing female parliamentarians.
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Delivering Diversity to Town Halls

Published: Monday, December 10th 2007

The Electoral Reform Society has welcomed the final report of the Councillors Commission, which has backed proportional representation for English local government. More...


Picking up the bill on Votes at 16

Published: Wednesday, December 5th 2007

Julie Morgan MP will strike a blow for equality for 16-18 year olds today, as she presents a private members bill to lower the voting age. More...